Microwave Fiesta Chicken Bowl with Avocado-Lime Dressing

Ingredients

- 2 cups grilled chicken, shredded
- 1 cup charred corn
- 1 cup roasted red peppers, sliced
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
- 2 cups riced cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- Tortilla chips, for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the Riced Cauliflower:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, add 2 cups of riced cauliflower.
- Microwave on high for PT2M (2 minutes), until the cauliflower is tender. Set aside.

2. Combine Main Ingredients:
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, add the shredded grilled chicken, charred corn, roasted red peppers, and black beans.
- Mix well to ensure even distribution.

3. Heat the Main Ingredients:
- Place the bowl in the microwave and heat on high for PT3M (3 minutes) or until the mixture is thoroughly warmed.
- Stir halfway through to ensure even heating.

4. Prepare the Avocado-Lime Dressing:
- In a small bowl, combine the diced avocado, lemon juice, lime juice, and chopped cilantro.
- Mash together using a fork until smooth.
- Add the Greek yogurt and mix until well combined.

5. Assemble the Dish:
- Add the warmed cauliflower rice to individual serving bowls.
- Evenly distribute the heated chicken, corn, pepper, and black bean mixture over the cauliflower rice.
- Drizzle the avocado-lime dressing over each serving.

6. Garnish and Serve:
- Sprinkle crumbled Cotija cheese over each bowl.
- Serve with tortilla chips on the side as a crunchy accompaniment.

Total Time

PT10M
10 minutes

Type of Dish

Lunch

Keywords

Microwave recipe, Fiesta chicken bowl, Quick lunch, Avocado dressing, Riced cauliflower, Healthy bowl, Charred corn, Grilled chicken, Lunch bowl, Cotija cheese

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 950 calories

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